PhD in Nutritional and Metabolic Biology in New York United States | Columbia University

Columbia University | New York United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 53,576
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

The Nutrition and Metabolic Biology Doctoral Program combines multiple disciplines connected to human health and illness. Nutritional science intersects with various fundamental research domains, clinical practice, and population health initiatives - all key focus areas at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. This program prioritizes training students to develop into autonomous researchers by providing intensive education in nutritional and metabolic biology principles, along with comprehensive preparation for laboratory investigations culminating in a doctoral thesis. Learning occurs through a structured curriculum featuring specialized courses, discussion groups, one-on-one mentoring, and hands-on laboratory work centered around a primary research focus.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.5

Qualification Requirements

Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact faculty members in the department whom they are interested in studying with so as to discuss their potential research plans, and to gauge their fit with the aims of the program. Applicants are advised to read information on the ''Fields'' page and the ''Faculty Profiles.''
GRE scores are recommended, but not required.
Writing samples should be approximately 15 pages in length and composed in English.

The Graduate School requires the following minimum scores:

600 on the TOEFL paper-and-pencil test
100 on the TOEFL internet-based test
7.5 on IELTS

Tuition USD 53,576
New York City, NY, United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree

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